MANDATE
The CGL is mandated to provide molecular genetic diagnostics and paraffin FISH testing for all cancer patients in British Columbia. We also provide the complete spectrum of cytogenetic and FISH testing for PHSA, Northern and Interior Health Authorities.

CARECONNECT
Cancer Genetics reports are viewable in CAIS, Cerner and CareConnect. For information on where to find the report in CareConnect or how to request access to CareConnect, click here.

Our laboratory is accredited by the Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP) of BC. Molecular Geneticists and Cytogeneticists are Fellows of the Canadian College of Medical Genetics (CCMG). Technologists are Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLT) trained in clinical genetics and are certified by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). 

SPECIMENS GUIDELINES
For information regarding sample requirements, specimen collection, or shipping instructions, see our Specimens Guidelines page.

CONTACT
Cancer Genetics and Genomics Laboratory
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
BC Cancer – Vancouver
#3307-600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Z 4E6

Tel: 604-877-6000 Ext. 672094
Fax: 604-877-6294
Email: cancergeneticslab@bccancer.bc.ca

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30AM – 4:30PM